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They fixed my driver's seat that would shift left and right when going around corners. They installed a new track.
They fixed my center seat belt(s) holder problem by installing new ceiling holder/trim pieces. The new ones actually hold the belts with some force. I don't think they'll be falling out any more.
-Pete
However, none of that applies.
After having taken it to my original dealer - who couldn't fix it. (He took the battery connector off and reset the computer.)
I am hesitant to take it to another dealer who may waste more of my time or break something else.
I called Honda and they were not very helpful - no recalls either.
Would appreciate any info or a fix for it.
The strange thing is, it does not flash when there is a passenger sitting on the front seat.
What could this be.....
Any one else facing this.
MM.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
We run 93 in our cars, so I can't help you otherwise.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
In 1997 we owned an Ody that I had in the shop many times for that same sound. Turned out to be nothing. I now hear that same sound in our Pilot, but have learned to accept it as a Honda thing. My husband is a former Honda tech, so when we first got the Pilot I was driving him crazy with all the questions of what was normal or not.
The only issue I have is when I am driving with the A/C on and am at a stop, when I go to accelerate there is a hesitation, almost a slipping sensation--so that is the only thing we'll be having looked at. Anyone else experience this?
Think I'll go take a peek at mine and see if it's doing okay.
-Pete
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
15k normal service
Fluid is 21 USD for 4 quarts-uses 2.78 (going on memory here) plus a few aluminum washers for a couple bucks. DIY is easier than changing the engine oil, but you fill the fluid in an awkward manner. Use a transfer pump for that, or just use some flex hose and gravity. My dealer is charging 45 for the change.
Follow the "severe" schedule only if you drive in one or more of these conditions most of the time:
Trips of less than 5 miles (less than 10 in freezing weather)
Extremely hot weather (over 90 degrees F)
Extensive idling or stop-and-go driving
Trailer towing, driving with a car-top carrier, or driving in the mountains
Muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads
Following the "severe conditions" guidelines won't help your Honda unless you really do drive under those conditions. Many vehicle owners waste time, money, and oil on unnecessary oil changes, for example. The quality of engine oil and filters has steadily improved to keep pace with the requirements of new engines.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I'm switching to a Honda place in a different town...
It was a no brainer for mine, as I'm squarely in the middle of their severe service profile. YMMV.
-Pete
I went back last week for the "hesitation." They said this is a problem with the exhaust cap or something to do with the exhaust system. I am going to go in Friday for repair.
We purchased our 2003 Honda Pilot in Feb03 and it's now at about 9,000 miles. The truck had been wonderful for us until the 7,500 mile service which occurred in July. During that service the dealership did some routine check-ups, an oil change, and flushed the rear differential fluid, all procedures that are called for in the Owner's Manual.
Then, over the course of the next 2-3 weeks, we started to hear noises in the back end of the truck, particularly when turning. We took it into the dealership to check it out. They've informed us that the rear differential fluid, the same fluid that they flushed less than 800 miles before, was contaminated. The fluid was so full of water that it was not lubricating and as a result the rear differential is shot. They've given us a repair estimate of $3,100 and indicated that it's not covered by warranty because the cause is contaminated fluid - not the vehicle. They claim that the only way that water could have gotten into the fluid is through 2 vents which are inside the back wheels above the axle. They indicated that the truck must have been driven through high water (i.e., higher than mid-way up the axle) which is specifically cautioned against in the Owner's Manual.
We've only done normal city driving and did not drive through any high water. The dealership is denying the possibility that their technician could have screwed up when flushing the fluid. So now we don't know which direction to go. Is it a manufacturer issue in that the truck is poorly designed and not able to sustain normal city driving - we don't think so unless there are a lot of unhappy Pilot owner's that we don't know about. Or is it a dealer issue in that their technician screwed up.
We've contacted the BBB, our Attorney General, and are seeking legal counsel.
Many thanks for any thoughts/advice regarding this issue.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
Silverpilot03, if you see this, you recommended the Pilot, but your personal info says you own an Acura. What is your take on the Acura reliability? If it is better, it may be worth the price difference. Although the console in the Pilot is much more functional for me than the one in the Acura. And I like that I can get cloth seats in the Pilot. I live in the heat and didn't really want to burn legs on leather seats in the Summer like we do on our Ford Explorer.
The few problems stated here in regards to the more than 80,000 Pilots already on the road? C'mon, its not like there are a huge percentage of problems. Very few and even less are major problems. The only widespread big one was taken care of with a recall and has not been present since the early '03 units.
I've bought cars with WAY more complaints lodged against it than this (and I'm talking exponentially more problems) and still had no problems with those.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I am quite happy with my cloth interior as well.
my 2cts.
Chris